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The Vatican confirms tonight that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer after he underwent lung surgery. Meanwhile, prayers pour in for Pope Leo’s recovery and return to health. Plus, Archbishop Broglio issues a statement condemning the Fort Hood execution.

Pope Leo XIV is set to be admitted to the hospital Tuesday morning, Rome time, after announcing Sunday that he will undergo surgery. And a conference in Rome explores “Responding to the Cries of the Earth and the Poor”.

Catholic Bishops denounce the ‘barbaric’ plan to livestream the execution of the Fort Hood shooter. Meanwhile, Pope Leo gathers bishops at the Vatican to promote the Church's vision of marriage. Plus, the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize is awarded to human rights lawyer Navi Pillay.

Alabama Archbishop blesses the waters ahead of Hurricane Isaias. Meanwhile, Youth Catechism releases a new marriage handbook for young Catholics with a foreword by Pope Leo XIV. Plus, from escaping Vietnam to answering God's call, a Catholic bishop shares his remarkable story.

We learn why Pope Leo is revisiting Pope Francis' major document for families 10 years later. Meanwhile, Canada halts plans to expand assisted suicide for mental illness. Plus, the FDA faces a deadline to submit a progress report on abortion pill safety.

We explore the monastery restoring ancient books from the Vatican. Meanwhile, we ask the question: Is AI self-aware? And explore why some tech experts are trying to convince the Catholic Church. Plus, a French bishop condemns violence as student protests in Paris become a national crisis.

After two failed execution attempts, we learn what might be next for Christa Pike. Meanwhile, during Pope Leo's Angelus reflection, he reminds us that God's mercy is greater than evil. And, Pope Francis' diary is set to be released on November 24.

Catholic and Episcopal bishops are urging Tennessee to commute the death sentence of Christa Pike after two botched execution attempts. Meanwhile, 1 million children will join Pope Leo in a global Rosary for peace. And, we explore what the Vatican Observatory really searches for in space.

We examine whether the Church could be seeing more requests for exorcisms. Meanwhile, a former pro player explains the importance of the Catholic faith in baseball. And, 18 American men are ordained deacons at the Vatican in a major step toward priesthood.

A flight bound for Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after a co-pilot stabbed the captain and appeared to try to crash the aircraft. We also look at concerns over Canada’s assisted-dying system, one cancer survivor’s faith journey, America’s 250th anniversary celebration in Rome, and actor Lou Ferrigno’s meeting with Pope Leo.

We discuss the biggest takeaway from Pope Leo XIV's France trip. Meanwhile, a new book explores the lives of holy men and women throughout history. And, the Protect College Sports Act now moves to the U.S. House.

Pope Leo's France trip concludes after a powerful weekend in Lourdes. Meanwhile, a cancer survivor shares his story of a life-changing pilgrimage to Lourdes. And, We take a closer look at the world's first parish named after newly beatified Fulton Sheen.

Pope Leo XIV has begun a historic four-day visit to France. Meanwhile, we explore how much influence he could have in France, a predominantly secular nation. And, as the Trump-Xi summit concludes, we explore the relationship between China and America.

50,000 gather for Blessed Archbishop Fulton Sheen's beatification Mass. Meanwhile, Jimmy Lai's son pleads for his father's release as Trump meets China's president. And, Pope Leo XIV is set for a historic visit to France on September 25.

Trump highlights the global persecution of Christians in a U.N. speech. Meanwhile, a new report says one Christian is killed every 86 minutes in Nigeria, on average. And, in his Wednesday general audience, Pope Leo says, “Together, with God’s help, we may build a better future.”